This will be a hybrid program where you can attend in person at Nordia House or attend online via zoom.

 

In this course with professional genealogist, Debra Sorensen you will learn why a DNA test is useful, cover what a person can learn from taking a test, discuss how adoptees and unexpected results fit within your family tree and put it all together by reviewing variety of case studies.

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Thought you were Swedish but turns out your ancestors aren’t who you thought they were…Expecting to have results from one country or find information on one relative…but find something completely different? This is a great opportunity to figure out how to fill in those missing holes.

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More about your Instructor, Deb Sorensen:

Debra Sorensen has been a technical trainer in the Pacific Northwest for over 45 years, teaching primarily for cities, counties, school districts, the state and the University of Oregon. She has been working on family history for more than four decades. Deb and her husband grew up in Spokane and have lived in Eugene since 1975. Travel is a special interest, as is cycling and music. Deb is the past president of the Oregon Genealogical Society, the current secretary of Oregon Society of Mayflower Descendants, and a member of the Lewis and Clark Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution.

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Refunds: All ticket sales are final.

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Parking: We encourage guests to use public transportation or ride-sharing services. Our 50-space parking lot is open on a first come, first-served, basis and limited street parking is available on SW 89th & 90th Avenues.

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Accessibility: Nordia House has two accessible parking spots in our main lot facing SW Oleson Rd. Both the main entrance facing SW Oleson Rd. and our side entrance facing SW Taylors Ferry Rd. are wheelchair accessible. All restrooms have accessible stalls but no power doors. We will do our best to accommodate your needs upon arrival. Please call 503-977-0275 or email info@nordicnorthwest.org to arrange further assistance.